Methodist Hymn and Tune Book ‎#380

380. Christian! seek not yet repose

1 Christian! seek not yet repose,
Cast thy dreams of ease away;
Thou art in the midst of foes:
"Watch and pray."

2 Principalities and powers,
Mustering their unseen array,
Wait for thy unguarded hours:
"Watch and pray."

3 Gird thy heavenly armour on,
Wear it ever night and day;
Ambushed lies the evil one:
"Watch and pray."

4 Hear the victors who o'ercame:
Still they mark each warrior's way;
All with one sweet voice exclaim,
"Watch and pray."

5 Hear, above all, hear thy Lord,
Him thou lovest to obey;
Hide within thy heart His word,
"Watch and pray."

6 Watch, as if on that alone
Hung the issue of the day;
Pray, that help may be sent down:
"Watch and pray."

Text Information

• First Line: Christian! seek not yet repose
• Author: Charlotte Elliott (Mrs. Tonna), 1789-1871
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1917
• Topic: Armour, the Christian's; Christian (See also Conflict): Temptations of; Christian (See also Conflict): Warfare; The Church and the Kingdom of God: Social Service; Warfare, the Christian; Temperance; Victory: Of Saints; Victory: Through Christ; Sin: Invited; Soldiers of Christ

Tune Information

• Name: VIGILATE
• Composer: Dr. W. H. Monk, 1823-1889
• Meter: 7.7.7.3
• Key: E♭ Major